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Date Posted 04/14/26

Applications Due07/14/26

Vacancy ID213990

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AgencyEmpire State Development, NYS

TitleStaff Accountant

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $72512 to $76000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County New York

Street Address 655 Third Avenue

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10017

Duties Description *Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.

• This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
• Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for recording the activities of certain subsidiaries/economic programs, including preparation of monthly journal entries, bank reconciliations and account analyses. The role will also be responsible for reconciling expenses and cash activities for special large economic development programs.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Record all transactions for assigned programs/subsidiaries.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, account analysis and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly payment authorization forms related to specific ESD fund disbursements and provide general ledger coding for payments as needed.
• Perform other accounting functions such as review of invoices, purchase orders, requisitions, cash deposits for assigned ESD programs and subsidiaries.
• Assist program staff with reporting as necessary.
• Prepare audit work papers for internal and external auditors.
• Prepare journal entries to record all program transactions.
• Analyze and reconcile all programmatic income and expense accounts.
• Act as backup to the Staff Accountant of Empire State New Markets Corporation.
• Perform tasks, analyses and projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Education Level Required: Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or related field. Associate's

degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute. Associate's degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.

Relevant Experience required: A minimum of 3-4 years proven accounting/finance experience; Government or non-profit experience preferred.

Knowledge Required: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook (PowerPoint a plus); Strong analytical and problem solving skills; Experience analyzing audited financial statements; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Skilled in accounting software systems, PeopleSoft experience a plus; Knowledge of accounting principles and practices. ALTERNATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES: A minimum of 5 years of satisfactory service in another (relevant) position with Empire State Development. Up to 2 years of accredited post-secondary education, or service in the U.S. military may be substituted for service at ESD.

Additional Comments Salary range as specified.

Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Amalia Shifrin - Director, Human Resources

Telephone N/A

Fax N/A

Email Address resumes@esd.ny.gov

Address

Street 655 Third Avenue

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10017

Notes on ApplyingExternal Candidates: Please attach cover letter and resume. To apply copy & paste URL in browser: https://bit.ly/3APr8cp

Internal Candidates: Please apply through ADP using the Myself/Talent menu and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration

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